Set on the stunning campus of Sewanee: The University of the South in Tennessee, The Sewanee Inn is a stunning stone building that welcomes those visiting students and travelers going to The Caverns. The Episcopal college was founded in 1857 and sits on 13,000 acres along the Cumberland Plateau. The inn, built in 2014 on the site of a previous inn, takes its inspiration from … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Sewanee Inn
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Where to See Fall Foliage in the South
The changing colors of fall make the season ideal for traveling around the South. But you don't have to go far to see this stunning foliage. The fall foliage map spreads across the region, depending on when you want to go. The season typically extends from late September to early November, depending on temperatures. There aren't many of these trees in Florida and Louisiana, but … [Read more...] about Where to See Fall Foliage in the South
Tips for Going to Concerts at The Caverns
Tennessee has a number of significant spaces related to music. Nashville is home to the Ryman Auditorium and the Grand Ole Opry, tied to country music. Memphis was the home of Elvis Presley and countless other artists thanks to Stax Records. The Smokies have Dolly Parton. For the southern side of the state, that sacred place is The Caverns. This post contains affiliate … [Read more...] about Tips for Going to Concerts at The Caverns
A First Timer’s Guide to Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival
The Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival was founded in 2015 over two days in Franklin, Tennessee. The music festival is held at Harlinsdale Farm, a nearly 200-acre horse farm from the 1900s. Kevin Griffin, a Franklin resident and musician from Better Than Ezra, is one of the founders. Two-day admission is around $200 while VIP admission is $1,000. The Musicians at … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival
Visiting the National Museum of African American Music
Located across the street from the famed Ryman Auditorium in downtown Nashville, Tennessee is the National Museum of African American Music. The state-of-the-art facility finally highlights the significant role the Black community played in what we consider to be American music. While the museum is in the Music City, known for its ties to country music, it actually spans … [Read more...] about Visiting the National Museum of African American Music
